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The latest EDGE review scores are as follows:

inFAMOUS (PS3) – 7
Ghostbusters (Multi) – 7
The Sims 3 (PC) – 8
Punch-Out!! (Wii) – 8
Boom Blox Bash Party (Wii) – 8
Velvet Assassin (360/PC) – 4
Fuel (Multi) – 8
Damnation (Multi) – 3
Muramasa: The Demon Blade (Wii) – 6
Knights in the Nightmare (DS) – 6
Excitebots: Trick Racing (Wii) – 4
Zeno Clash (PC) – 8
Terminator: Salvation (Multi) – 3

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Is Nintendo really gearing up for a big E3? It seems that way, and is reinforced by some news coming out of Japan. According to Japanese blog Sinobi, Nintendo will be hosting a big press event right after E3. Sinobi is usually right on top of things which is why you can be pretty sure that this is not a rumor. What is speculation, however, is that the company may be highlighting its summer lineup. To hold an event right after E3 does seem a bit suspicious, though.

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WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES A GAME FRANCHISE BASED ON THE LORD OF THE RINGS LITERARY AND FILM LIBRARY AND FIRST FRANCHISE TITLE “THE LORD OF THE RINGS: ARAGORN’S QUEST”

FRANCHISE PLANS INCLUDE GAMES ACROSS MULTIPLE GENRES AND PLATFORMS

London – May 28, 2009 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today announced a long-term partnership with The Saul Zaentz Company and New Line Productions, Inc. for literary and film rights to develop and publish games based on The Lord of the Rings trilogy. As part of the game franchise, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment will publish multiple games across many genres designed to appeal to a wide range of unique gamers, including hard-core RPG fans and families. The first game will be The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest, a new third-person action adventure videogame offering an authentic gameplay experience based on The Lord of the Rings that all ages can play together on Wii™, Nintendo DS™, PlayStation®2 and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system in Autumn 2009.

“The Lord of the Rings franchise is world renowned for its captivating adventures, and we are creating new experiences in the game space designed to appeal to a wide array of consumer tastes from core to casual,” said Martin Tremblay, President, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn’s Quest is the first of many different types of games we will be developing with the film and literary rights. It is also the first game allowing kids and their families to interact in their favourite locations and stories from The Lord of the Rings with accessible gameplay.”

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TOMY Makes First Appearance at E3 Showcasing Its High Quality Portfolio of Video Games for Gamers of All Ages

LOS ANGELES, Calif. – May 28, 2009 – Consumer software and entertainment company, TOMY Corporation, announced today it will be unveiling two new titles based on the popular NARUTO™ Shippuden series, NARUTO™ Shippuden: Clash of Ninja Revolution 3 for Wii™ and NARUTO™ Shippuden: Ninja Destiny 2 for Nintendo DS™ at the upcoming 2009 E3 Expo in Los Angeles, June 2-4. As a first time exhibitor at the show, TOMY will also showcase new games from its growing line-up of titles across multiple genres including PANGYA™: Fantasy Golf for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and NARUTO Shippuden: Ninja Council 4 for Nintendo DS™.

“This is a very exciting time for TOMY Corporation, as the company continues to flourish and gain momentum as a publisher of original and licensed IP, such as the beloved NARUTO franchise,” said Mark Shinohara, executive vice president and COO at TOMY Corporation. “Being a new exhibitor to E3, we look forward to showcasing our new titles and supporting the industry with our dedication to delivering high quality video game experiences.”

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Get ready for the ultimate racing showdown with Sonic and his SEGA friends!

LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (May 28th, 2009) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA® America, Inc., today announced Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing, a fast and furious battle to the finish line in this supercharged racer. Developed for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, the home video game system, Wii™ and the Nintendo DS™ system, Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing will speed into stores in early 2010.

In a frantic battle to the chequered flag, Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing sees Sonic and friends speed around tracks set in mediaeval castle ramparts, lush rainforests and bustling cities, all taken from the visually rich and varied universes of Sonic and SEGA. Fan favourites such as Dr. Eggman, Tails, AiAi, Amigo and many more will join Sonic in their custom built vehicles, revving their engines and jostling to stay ahead of the pack. Each character will race around the track in cars, planes, motorbikes, and in AiAi’s case – a banana mobile! Secret short cuts, swift handling and avoiding strategically placed obstacles are certainly the best way to get to the top of the podium.

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All-New Harvest Moon Games, Afrika, Cheer We Go! Among Titles to Appear At Show Next Week

Burlingame, Calif., May 28, 2009 – Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, today announced their lineup for the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), which begins next week, Tuesday, June 2, and runs through Thursday, June 4. The company will be holding one-on-one meetings in booth 848 in South Hall at the show with select media representatives. The previously unannounced titles include Cheer We Go and Squishy Tank for the Nintendo DS, as well as Afrika for the PlayStation 3, and Harvest Moon: My Little Shop for Nintendo WiiWare. Other previously announced titles include Harvest Moon: Animal Parade, Animal Kingdom: Wildlife Expedition and Reel Fishing: Angler’s Dream for the Wii, Harvest Moon: Sunshine Islands and Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS, and Adventures To Go for the PSP. All the titles showcased will be shipping in 2009.

“We can’t wait to show everyone our outstanding lineup of titles for 2009,” said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO at Natsume. “This is our biggest lineup ever! We have something for people of all ages and tastes, no matter which gaming console or handheld is their favorite.”

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FIGHT FOR YOUR TREASURE AND COLLECT YOUR BOOTY WITH PIRATES: DUELS ON THE HIGH SEAS AVAILABLE NOW!

ALL ASPIRING CREW MEMEBERS REPORT FOR DUTY NOW!

Twain Harte, Calif—May 27, 2009- O-Games, a new publisher of family, social and sports videogames, and part of Oxygen Interactive Software Limited, announced today that Pirates: Duels on the High Seas is now available at all retail stores nationwide for the Nintendo DS™ handheld device.
Pirates: Duels on the High Seas is a frantic, seafaring shoot-em up game that encompasses naval battles, running blockades, fighting pirates, battling sea monsters and discovering treasure. Gather your strongest sailors and prepare to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Set a course for an epic adventure looking for the “Seven Keys of the Seven Seas” in an era when Britannia ruled the waves and pirates terrorized the oceans. Ye be warned of the legend of Blackbeard’s treasure and the Seven Keys! Many a pirate has seen an early grave with their fabled curse and tales of an agonizing death for those who dare to pursue them. It is time for you and your shipmates to test your daring with Duels on the High Seas!

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01. [NDS] Sloan to Michael: Nazo no Monogatari (Level 5) 43,000 / NEW
02. [NDS] Pro Yakyuu Team o Tsukurou! 2 (SEGA) 39,000 / NEW
03. [360] Mass Effect (Microsoft) 17,000 / NEW
04. [PSP] Monster Hunter Portable 2 G (PSP the Best) (Capcom) 14,000 / 692,000
05. [PSP] Bleach: Heat the Soul 6 (SCEI) 13,000 / 54,000
06. [NDS] Dragon Ball Kai: Saiyajin Raishuu (Namco Bandai) 12,000 / 148,000
07. [NDS] Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of the Sky (Nintendo) 12,000 / 311,000
08. [NDS] Made in Ore (Wario Ware) (Nintendo) 11,000 / 123,000
09. [WII] Wii Fit (Nintendo) 10,000 / 3,424,000
10. [NDS] Mario & Luigi RPG 3 (Nintendo) 9,000 / 624,000

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